Job Description

Description

Provides accurate evaluation of cytologic samples for the diagnosis of cancer and certain other disease processes according to established procedures and standards. Provides results and communicates data to the appropriate persons.

Requirements

EDUCATION: Bachelors' degree preferred, Associates of Science degree required, along with the completion of an accredited Cytology program.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSES: CT (ASCP) or equivalent certification

SKILLS:. Must have effective teaching skills, problem solving skills, decision-making skills, communication skills, cytology identification and interpretation skills. Must read and write English.

EXPERIENCE: Prefer one year of cytology experience

NATURE OF SUPERVISION:

-Responsible to: Lab Director

ENVIRONMENT:

- Bloodborne pathogen -C

(Routine Exposure Risk. Routine exposure in daily duties. Exposed to potentially infectious material on a regular basis and is part of the expected job task.) May be exposed to disagreeable odors and fumes, high noise levels and fluctuations in temperatures. Periods of extreme eye fatigue and postural fatigue. Exposed to carcinogenic, hazardous and flammable chemicals; biohazardous and radioactive materials; sharp needles and blades; infectious diseases; toxic fumes. Mental stress from working with infectious materials and reporting results which directly affect patient care.

Job Tags

Daily paid,

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